Benedict K. Tiong, MD
Accepting New Patients

Benedict K. Tiong, MD

  • Rheumatology
Average rating: 5.0
 
Santa Monica Rheumatology |

About

Dr. Ben Tiong completed medical school at New York Medical College and did his internship and residency in internal medicine at Harbor-UCLA. He also completed a rheumatology fellowship at UCLA. Of note, Dr. Tiong completed his undergraduate education at UCLA and grew up in Los Angeles.

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certifications

Rheumatology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2018
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2016

Fellowship

Rheumatology, UCLA Medical Center - Rheumatology, 2018

Residency

Internal Medicine, Harbor - UCLA Medical Center, 2016

Degrees

MD, New York Medical College, 2013
MS, Tulane University School of Medicine, 2007

Recognitions

  • Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars, 2023, 2024
  • Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars, 2020, 2021

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
  • Medicare Advantage
  • MultiPlan
  • UFCM Health System
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Recognitions

  • Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars, 2023, 2024
  • Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars, 2020, 2021

Reviews

Overall Rating:
5.0
157 total ratings | 111 reviews
5.0
September 30, 2025
Very impressed with his approach, communication, and thoroughness.
5.0
September 30, 2025
He was very informative and thorough as he explained all the steps that would be taken and what we were looking for and how to possible treat my ailment
5.0
September 29, 2025
Dr. Tiong was very kind, professional , thorough and caring. He listened to everything I had to say and he checked on everything. He was the best!
5.0
September 26, 2025
Dr. Tiong consistently demonstrates knowledge, attention to detail, and empathy during each of our appointments.
5.0
September 24, 2025
We need more doctors like him. He is very patient, kind & an exceptional listener.